NHS Treatment in Combe Park at a Glance
| NHS dental services | NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board |
|---|---|
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 16.7% (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 9.2% of 1,311 residents, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Nearest practice listing NHS | ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT, Bath — under a mile; 15 within 10 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Oldfield School — 0.8 miles Hayesfield Girls School — 1.2 miles |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol — about 10 miles |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Daily activities limited by health | 15.2% of residents in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
Sources: Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE Get Information About Schools, ONS geography, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Practices listing NHS orthodontics near Combe Park
On our practice register: 15 practices within 5 miles of Combe Park, 27 practices within 10 and 57 practices within 20. The closest is Orthodontics in Bath, 0.1 miles north-west. The nearest listing NHS orthodontics is ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT, 0.1 miles north-west.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Private | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENTBath | 0.1 miles north-west | ✓ | – | – |
| Chelsea Road DentalBath | 0.3 miles south | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (33 reviews) |
| Circus DentalBath | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (63 reviews) |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 5.0 (12 reviews) |
| Bath Dental Excellence Dental & Implant ClinicBath | 1.1 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (135 reviews) |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 1.2 miles east | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (277 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Combe Park with practices listing NHS orthodontics
The closest town with practices listing NHS orthodontics is Bath, 0.1 miles north-west; the next are Bristol (7.0 miles north-west) and Kingswood (8.0 miles north-west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Bath | 8 | 0.1 miles north-west |
| Bristol | 7 | 7.0 miles north-west |
| Kingswood | 1 | 8.0 miles north-west |
| Mangotsfield | 1 | 8.2 miles north-west |
| Trowbridge | 1 | 9.2 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Combe Park
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Dr Nik Gogna in Bristol (5.0 from 44 reviews), 10.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Nik GognaBristol | 5.0 (44 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-west |
| Bath Dental ClinicBath | 5.0 (12 reviews) | 1.1 miles east |
| The Bristol Dental PracticeBristol | 4.9 (689 reviews) | 9.8 miles north-west |
| Circus OrthodonticsBath | 4.9 (277 reviews) | 1.2 miles east |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
The NHS route from Combe Park, step by step
| Step | Where it is from here |
|---|---|
| 1. Your dentist screens | The nearest general dentist on our register is mydentist, 9.4 miles away. They check the Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need and refer. |
| 2. The NHS orthodontic practice | The nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT, Bath, under a mile away. Referrals go to a practice with an NHS contract. |
| 3. The hospital for complex cases | The nearest university dental hospital is Bristol Dental Hospital in Bristol, about 10 miles away. |
| 4. Who commissions it | NHS dental services around Combe Park are commissioned by NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board. |
NHS orthodontics is free for eligible under-18s and is reached by referral. Distances are straight-line.
For families in Combe Park, the NHS pathway offers a subsidised route to fixed braces for eligible children. Eligible under-18s get excellent clinical outcomes at no cost. Knowing what the NHS can and cannot provide makes the NHS-versus-private decision clearer.
How Long Is the NHS Wait in Combe Park?
Many patients in Bath and North East Somerset wait 18 months or longer between NHS referral and treatment starting. During this period teeth continue to develop and cases can become more complex. Private treatment, while more expensive, begins promptly and offers far greater choice of treatment type.
What NHS Treatment Costs in Combe Park
The NHS route covers the whole course, from the specialist assessment to the retainers at the end.
Going private for the same metal braces in Combe Park costs roughly £1,500–£3,500; you're paying for immediate access and appliance choice rather than a better clinical result.
NHS Orthodontic Access in Combe Park
NHS orthodontic treatment is free for under-18s who meet the clinical threshold. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course. Waiting times for NHS orthodontic treatment in Bath and North East Somerset differ considerably between practices and can change over time.
Orthodontic practices in and around Combe Park vary in the treatments and appointment types they offer. Combe Park falls in a less deprived area than most of England. Regionally, 15% of 5-year-olds in this ICB have experience of visible dental decay (OHID data). Census 2021 counts 1,311 residents in the neighbourhood around Combe Park, 9.2% of them aged 10 to 15, above the 7.1% average across Bath and North East Somerset. The nearest university dental hospital to Combe Park is Bristol Dental Hospital, Bristol, about 10 miles away, where hospital orthodontic referrals are seen. Combe Park sits within NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Integrated Care Board for NHS dental commissioning. Officially, Combe Park is categorised as urban: Nearer to a major town or city. Census data puts 16.7% of Combe Park's population at under 16. Secondary-age pupils near Combe Park attend schools such as Oldfield School (0.8 miles) and Hayesfield Girls School (1.2 miles). 5 secondary schools are within three miles. DfE figures put 89 schools and 31,546 pupils across Combe Park's Local Authority. Combe Park has 15 orthodontic practices within five miles, more than 85% of towns in England. No orthodontic practice is recorded in Combe Park. The nearest recorded are Orthodontics in Bath, under a mile away; BRISTOL ORTHODONTICS, about 7 miles away; and Lodge Causeway Dental Centre in Kingswood, about 8 miles away. NHS capacity is limited — practices often have closed lists for new NHS patients, which is why private treatment is the realistic route for many adults and for those who cannot wait.
Understanding Orthodontic Eligibility in Combe Park
NHS orthodontic treatment is not available to everyone. Even visibly crooked teeth may score below the threshold, which is why understanding IOTN matters. Knowing where you stand before the referral process saves time and manages expectations in Combe Park.
Adult NHS Orthodontic Access in Combe Park
Adults (18 and over) are rarely eligible for NHS orthodontic treatment in Combe Park. NHS funding for adults is generally limited to severe clinical cases — such as jaw surgery patients or those with significant cleft palate-related needs. Cosmetic adult orthodontics is not NHS-funded.
Early Orthodontic Assessment for Children in Combe Park
Spotting a developing problem early rarely means treating it straight away. Not every child who sees an orthodontist needs treatment right away, but early identification allows targeted intervention. Early review can prevent more complex problems later and simplify treatment when it does begin.
Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment for Children in Combe Park
Space maintainers hold open the gap left by a prematurely lost baby tooth, preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting in before the adult tooth erupts.
Frequently Asked Questions — NHS Treatment in Combe Park
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Combe Park?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Combe Park is Orthodontics in Bath, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. The next closest are ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT (0.1 miles) and Chelsea Road Dental (0.3 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Combe Park?
Our register has 15 practices within 5 miles of Combe Park, 27 practices within 10 miles and 57 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Combe Park?
The nearest practice to Combe Park that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is ORTHODONTIC DEPARTMENT in Bath, about 0.1 miles to the north-west. Others nearby include Chelsea Road Dental (0.3 miles) and Circus Dental (1.1 miles).
How many families live in Combe Park?
16.7% of the local population is under 16, per the most recent Census.
What towns are near Combe Park?
Weston Park, Locksbrook, Twerton are within easy reach of Combe Park.
How deprived is Combe Park compared with the rest of England?
By the national deprivation index, Combe Park is less deprived than most of England. It doesn't affect NHS orthodontic eligibility, which is decided on clinical need alone.
How many pupils are in Combe Park's Local Authority?
DfE figures put 89 schools and 31,546 pupils across Combe Park's Local Authority.
Are NHS orthodontic charges the same across the UK?
No — NHS dental charges are set separately in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. What stays the same everywhere is that eligible under-18s pay nothing. Adults who do qualify pay the NHS Band 3 charge, £332.10 in England from April 2026, which covers the whole course.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.
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